Mark Sando, MD
NPI 1477788867 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Lithia, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mark Sando, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Lithia, FL (NPI 1477788867).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477788867
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- ME123980 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
431 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 143 | $121 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 90 | $103 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 76 | $162 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 42 | $60 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 32 | $87 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 86 | 55 |
| Celecoxib | 73 | 50 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 51 | 35 |
| Ibuprofen | 31 | 21 |
| Methocarbamol | 14 | 11 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 14 | 14 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 13 | 12 |
| Gabapentin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,244 across 19 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-05-28
- Last updated
- 2024-02-21
- Certified
- 2024-02-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mark Sando's NPI number?
- Mark Sando's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477788867, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mark Sando's specialty?
- Mark Sando is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mark Sando located?
- Mark Sando's practice location on file with NPPES is 13837 Circa Crossing Dr, Lithia, FL 33547-4382.
- What is Mark Sando's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mark Sando is (813) 684-2663.
- Does Mark Sando accept Medicare?
- Mark Sando is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mark Sando's NPI active?
- Yes — Mark Sando's NPI (1477788867) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.